#BlackFriday: The ultimate guide to over 50 online sales

Johannesburg - Black Friday, which is synonymous with the US tradition of deal-seekers rummaging through malls for the cheapest deals, has now become a customary marker that ushers in the shopping season for South Africans.

Numerous stores around the country are already gearing up for throngs of customers who are expected to rush into stores for sales not seen throughout the year.

1. Samsung - Electronics manufacturer Samsung in South Africa has set up its own Black Friday store. Hyping up deals expected to be available on Friday, the company's website message reads: “Prepare yourself for great offers, with amazing value adds. From the World’s No.1 selling TVs*, to cutting-edge Smartphones and intuitive home appliances. Get there early to get the best deals as stocks and offers are limited!”

2. Clicks - In preparation for the sale rush, Clicks has already been hosting pre-Black Friday in a “Countdown to Black Friday” deals. Some of Clicks' deals will only be available from the online store.

3. One Day Only Although this website celebrates Black Friday almost every day, onedayonly.co.za is offering customers more deals this Black Friday. The company earlier tweeted: “Get ready to go stuff yourself, only 2 more days until #BlackFriday. Thought our deals couldn't get any better? Thought wrong.”

4. Takealot - Takealot has been preparing for Black Friday with a ‘Blue Dot Sale’ through the website’s app only. The Takealot sale is expected to last throughout the weekend, with the online store setting up a Facebook event for the Blue Dot Sale. Takealot’s hashtag - #blueisthenewblack of course.

5. BidorBuy - Online shopping website BidorBuy is already offering users up to 70% off on products for the Black Friday sale, lasting all week long.

20. Evetech – The PC, accessory and laptop online retailer is offering users a sale for Black Friday but is yet to reveal pricing.

21. Wootware – Computer retailer Wootware is also counting down to Black Friday with a sale expected on its website.

22. Digital Experience – The computer, mobile and accessory retailer in Fourways, Johannesburg is having a Black Friday earlier on Thursday from 6pm and the first 50 customers will get a free boerewors roll.

23. Origin – Gaming retailer Origin is offering up to 75% off games for all consoles for its Black Friday sale.

24. WeChat – Surprisingly, the social networking app is having a Green Friday sale offering its customers a Sony Playstation 4 500GB Slim console with three games for R3 549 or an Xbox One 500 GB console and game for R1 999 when paying using WeChat Wallet.

45. Bidvest McCarthy - On Friday, Bidvest McCarthy will host its largest ever one-day sale starting at 00:00 and ending at 00:00, the following day.

46. DStv – The pay-TV service provider is offering a new DStv Explora for R1 499 as part of a Black Friday promotion.

47. NetFlorist – Need to send flowers to someone? There’s no better day to show you’re a cheapskate than Black Friday with deals from NetFlorist.

48. Sassy Chic – The women’s online retailer is offering up to 50% off items for the Black Friday sale expected to last until Monday.

49. Home Choice – The home shopping retailer is currently hosting its Black Friday sale with bedding from R199.

50. Hilti – Hilti is having its first Black Friday sales event, offering 30% off selected tools and 65% off selected inserts and consumables.

51. CPlan Audio – Online audio retailer CPlan Audio is offering up to 80% off audio equipment on its website for their Black Friday sale.

52. Totalsports - Sports gear and technology retailer, Totalsports are having an online-only sale in conjunction with their in-store promotion for Black Friday with up 50% off sports technology equipment.

* The list is in no way exhaustive, and we welcome suggestions from Fin24 users.